Regardless of your role in the organization, motivation comes from within yourself.

Pretend the company that employs you is yours. If you owned the company, how would this affect your decision making? The goal of the “ownership mentality” is to make decisions as if you were the owner or president of the firm.

If you owned the company, would you be more conservative or more aggressive in your approach to your daily work flow? Would you make different choices? Would you feel more successful?

When you pretend you own the company, you become more invested in your work. Common complaints seem less important.

Accept the challenge of ownership, no matter your title or role. Consider decision making in a more strategic fashion. What would be best for “your company” and “your team”?

Make the imperfect “perfect” to your eyes. This can only build your reputation within the company. Dress for mental success and you will stand out.

Practicing the ownership mentality and positioning yourself in your new role, even if it’s only in your thoughts, will reflect positively on your productivity. Practicing strategic decision making will make you a better manager or leader.